At Natio, we believe that nature nurtures best. So it goes without saying that we LOVE creating formulas based around nourishing, natural, plant ingredients: oils, butters, waxes and extracts derived from seeds, nuts, leaves, flowers, woods and bark are staples in our skincare and bodycare formulas. In this article, we’d like to give a little glory and attention to one of our firm favourites: Shea Butter.   

Typically pronounced SHE-uh or SHAY, Shea is a buttery fat derived from the seeds of the Shea Tree (or Butyrospermum Parkii) which grows wild in West and Central Africa. Rich in fatty acids, antioxidant vitamins and with soothing anti-inflammatory and protective properties, Shea is a balm for even the most sensitive complexions.  

A beauty staple for centuries, Shea Butter continues to reign supreme as a natural skincare queen. Here’s why: 

Soothing Shield

Boasting natural anti-inflammatories, Shea Butter is a gentle yet effective go-to for sensitive and/or irritated skin. Applied topically, Shea helps to calm redness, soothe itching and further, forms a protective barrier that shields the skin from external environmental aggressors to facilitate natural healing and regeneration. For this reason, Shea Butter features in the gentle formulations of Natio’s Calm range for sensitive skin: Calm Gentle Care Hydrating Lotion, Calm Extra Gentle Eye Cream and Calm Nourishing Night Cream. 

Intensive Moisturiser

Shea Butter is renowned for its exceptional moisturising properties. Rich in fatty acids and vitamins, Shea penetrates deeply into the skin, providing intense hydration and locking in juicy, vital moisture. From cracked lips to scaly elbows, flaky feet to dry patches facial skin, Shea Butter is your gal for restoring softness and suppleness and you’ll find her front and centre in many Natio Lip Balms and in moisture-focused formulations for dehydrated skin including: Treatments Hyaluronate Skin Hydration Serum, Treatments Replenishing Neck and Decolletage Cream, Treatments Plant Peptide Firm and Smooth Eye Cream and Treatments Marine Mineral Overnight Repair Sleep Mask. 

Anti-Ageing Antioxidant Protector

Packed with protective antioxidants like vitamins A and E, Shea Butter helps neutralise free radicals that can damage the skin and accelerate signs of ageing like fine lines, wrinkles, supporting firmer, more youthful-looking skin over time. For this reason, you’ll find Shea Butter in key Natio formulations made for maturing and mature skin: Ageless Replenishing Cream Cleanser, Ageless Brightening Eye Cream, Ageless Extra Firming Night Cream, Restore Replenishing Day Cream, Restore Day Cream SPF 15 and Restore Nurturing Night Cream.

Skin Barrier Hero

Maintaining a protective skin barrier s a basic universal must for overall skin health. That is, a barrier between skin and the world that keeps the good stuff in and the baddies out. No surprise, Shea Butter excels in this space. By reinforcing the skin's natural lipid barrier, Shea Butter helps prevent moisture loss and protects against external pollutants, keeping skin beautifully balanced and resilient. Shea Butter features in a diverse multitude of Natio products for this very reason.  

Truly, Shea Butter is a multi-tasking miracle worker. Beautifully nourishing for normal, mature,  dry and unsettled skin types, Shea Butter is 100% a Natio favourite. 

Our dazzling, gemstone inspired SHINE FROM WITHIN eyeshadow palettes are here! Whether you’re looking to create a wearable day look, or after a pop of colour for some night time glam, we’re here to help you unlock the secrets to creating the perfect eye look with your most flattering shades.

Curious about how to make your eyes shine like precious gemstones? The brilliant, international award-winning celebrity hair and makeup maestro, Shiree Collier (@shireecollier_mua) has shared her top tips on how she worked her magic to create each look behind our SHINE FROM WITHIIN campaign shoot.

Shiree’s shared her step-by-step expertise to make your eyeshadow application as easy as can be! Uncover the tricks of the trade for achieving a flawless eyeshadow look that will make your eyes the star of the show below.

Earthy Tektites  

1. Using a fluffy brush, sweep ‘Bare’ across entire eyelid up toward the brow bone 
2. Apply ‘Clove’ with a fluffy brush over the eyelid blending up over the crease and toward the edge of your eyebrow in an outward sweeping angle. Create the illusion of an elongated eye 
   
3. Sweep remnants of ‘Clove’ along the lower lash line 
   
4. Using a flat brush, apply ‘Smoke’ across the eyelid in an upward angle outward, ensuring you continue no further than the crease line
   
5. Sweep remnants of ‘Smoke’ along the lower lash line, concentrating on the outer corner 
   
6. Finish off with our Long Lasting Eye Liner in the shade ‘Brown’, our Precision Liquid Eyeliner and your favourite Natio mascara

Golden Citrine 

1. Sweep ‘Gilded’ across the entire eyelid and up toward the brow bone
2. Apply ‘Citrine’ over the eyelid just above the crease
3. Using a flat brush, apply ‘Halo’ along the brow bone and the inner corner of the eyes and blend
4. Using a small flat brush, apply ‘Slate’ along the lash line, slightly blending upwards to diffuse the line, creating the appearance of thicker looking lashes
5. Finish off with your favourite Natio mascara

Graceful Amethyst

1. Using a flat brush, draw a line in the crease with the shade ‘Grape’ to mimic the natural crease of the eyelid
2. Apply the excess directly across eyelid
3. Sweep ‘Lilac’ across the middle of the eyelid and under the brow bone
4. Using a flat brush, draw a line along the lashes with the shade ‘Dahlia’ to create a wing like shape
5. Finish off by using our Precision Liquid Eyeliner to add a graphic liner outline where you applied ‘Dahlia’

Luminous Amber

1. Apply ‘Oat’ across the entire eyelid and up toward the brow bone
2. Sweep 'Brass’ lightly into the crease and blend upwards with a large, fluffy brush
3. Apply ‘Copper’ over the top of where you applied ‘Brass’ in small motions to create a seamless graduation of colour
4. Repeat this step using a smaller brush to apply ‘Clay’ focusing on the outer corner of the eye, beginning of the crease and lower lash line
5. Using a flat brush draw a line along the lash line with the shade ‘Russet’ starting from the iris of your eye pulling outward, increasing thickness as you go along

Marine Lapis

1. Apply ‘Spice’ to the inner and outer corners of the eyelid and lower lash line
2. Sweep a light dusting of ‘Cloud’ over the entire eyelid
3. Apply ‘Sapphire’ as a pop of colour to the very center of eyelid and lower lash line to tie the look together
4. Finish off with our Long Lasting Eye Liner in the shade ‘Brown’, our Precision Liquid Eyeliner and your favourite Natio mascara

Rose Quartz

1. Sweep ‘Petal’ across entire eyelid and up toward the brow bone
2. Apply ‘Rose’ lightly into the crease and under the eye
3. Using a pencil brush or flat brush, add more of ‘Rose’ into the crease concentrating the pigment onto a smaller area and toward the outer edge of the lower lash line
4. Apply ‘Blush’ along the lash line and eyelid lightly, then load up your brush with more pigment to highlight the centre of the eyelid for an extra pop
5. Finish off with your favourite Natio mascara 

Having the right tools to complete your eyeshadow look is your secret weapon to achieving a smooth, hassle-free (and not to mention, mess-free) makeup application. But finding holy-grail worthy makeup brushes can always be a challenge! 

If you’ve ever found yourself struggling with pesky eyeshadow fallout or loss of pigmentation when using powder eyeshadows, look no further than our Apply & Blend Eyeshadow Brush – an absolute gamechanger you can trust in ensuring your eyeshadow application remains mess-free and impeccable all day/night long.

This double-ended eyeshadow brush allows you to apply eyeshadow expertly and easily. Featuring a flat end for all over application, allowing you to effortlessly pick up pigment and avoid fallout, and a fluffy domed end for seamless blending and buffing. Plus, it's made from premium synthetic bristles - keeping it cruelty free and true to Natio’s heritage as always.

Now that you’re equipped with the tricks (and tools) of the trade, Shiree (@shireecollier_mua) and all of us here at Natio will be eagerly awaiting your recreations using our SHINE FROM WITHIN palettes over on socials. Don’t be shy, be sure to tag us @natiobeauty so that we can show your looks some love!

Your Guide to A Gorgeous Galentine's Day 

Love is in the air! As Valentine's Day approaches, it's a perfect time to shift the focus from romantic love to celebrating the all-important, nurturing bonds of female friendship.  

Cue: Galentine's Day, a  day dedicated to spending quality time and showering love on your gal pals - and on yourself. Self-love and bestie beauty rituals are the order of the day! This 14th Feb, take the opportunity to gather your special squad for an enjoyable and empowering session of pampering, primping and preening. 

Ladies DIY Day Spa

Book a hotel room or transform your home into a spa oasis complete with face masks and treatments, soothing music, diffused essential oils or or scented candles. Masks that cater to everyone’s different skin type will ensure that everyone gets a glowing result. Cucumber slices on eyes optional, but highly recommended for a little extra luxe. 

Mani Pedi Primping

 Take the indulgence all the way to your fingertips and toes with manicure and pedicure treatments to soften skin and prime nails for a celebratory lick of glossy colour. Keep it simple or go all the way with revitalising scrubs, nourishing oils for cuticles and nurturing foot and hand creams for the full royal treatment. 

Gorgeously Glam Glow Up

Dial up the unique natural beauty - and confidence - of each and every gal pal with a group glam-up using glow-giving, feature enhancing and beauty defining cosmetics that’ll amp up the gorgeous. From sheer and subtle to vibrant and va-va-voom, there’s a bespoke look to celebrate every beauty. 

Simply, Galentine’s Day is the perfect reminder and opportunity to celebrate the beauty of female friendship. Go ahead and gather the girls to indulge in some self-care, group pampering and the pure joy and emotional nourishment that comes from connecting with the beloved women in your life. To love! 

Drop everything now! Our new SHINE FROM WITHIN mineral eyeshadow palettes are now available in Priceline stores and come in a range of Bejewelled colours perfect for planning your Eras beauty look. Here, we break down a range of Gorgeous and Delicate looks. Are you …Ready For It?

For Lovers of pink

A flush of rosy colour never goes out Style. It’s been a long time coming but the new Rose Quartz Mineral Eyeshadow Palette boasts Rose, Petal and Blush matte shades to create a buildable base, while metallic hues of Lotus, Peony, Silk and Shell add a flash of glitter fit for a fearless leader, or alpha type. For a bold pop of colour, try the shade Bloom for a look lasting from Daylight to Afterglow.

Speak Now if you love purple

Sparks Fly when you create any look using the Graceful Amethyst Mineral Eyeshadow Palette. For a truly Enchanted eyeshadow look, opt for shimmery Berry, Stardust, or Mulberry. Alternatively, dark hues of Grape, Iris and Dahlia make for the perfect layered tonal smoky eye. Add a touch of Lavender Haze to your lids with soft shades of Lilac and Gracious along the brow bone and for a highlighted look – that’s how I’ll wear Mine!

A Fearless look

If you had only Fifteen minutes to get ready for Eras, the Golden Citrine Mineral Eyeshadow Palette would be the one to reach for. With a suite of neutrals for a Forever & Always classic look, try a base using Sunray and Halo, adding depth of colour with Pecan and Cinnamon shades. For an Untouchable glam eye look, blend in incandescent shades of Gilded, Carat and Citrine and get ready to have The Best Day.
Alternatively, if you have a Reputation for trying a more of a dark statement eye, blend out Khaki and go in with a fine brush to line the eye with Slate. Trust us when we say this palette is End Game.

Shades for a marvelous time

Don’t change everything about you to fit in! Our Earthy Tektites Mineral Eyeshadow Palette combines more than Seven shades of matte and metallic neutrals for everything from a dusting of Champagne gold with Veil, Aura and Bronze shades. Add some depth of colour with Peaceful shades of Smoke and Espresso for a more evening beauty look for beneath the Mirrorball. Long Story Short, no matter what look you go with, it will go down in Folklore.

Have others seeing Red

We know All Too Well that the Luminous Amber Mineral Eyeshadow Palette is going to be a mainstay in our beauty routines this year. I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling like the glorious Copper, Ochre and Amber hues are going to be very popular as we head into autumn. Add in some twinkly Pearl or Rosewood for a touch of Starlight luminosity.

A palette to vibe like that

After a makeup look that lasts for Midnights? We’ve got you. Our new Marine Lapis Mineral Eyeshadow Palette has a glimmering array of lush soft blues in shades of Sky, Cloud and Sapphire, through to Midnight Rain tones of Spice and Shadow. These luminous tones are sweet like honey and when you walk in the room, you’ll still make the whole place shimmer.

Secure your perfect Eras look today by finding your nearest Natio stockist here.

Whether it’s a makeup look from The SHINE FROM WITHIN collection, or a red lip classic thing that you like, share your creativity with us by tagging @Natiobeauty – because you look like an angel!

At Natio, we LOVE Jojoba Oil. A key ingredient in many of our formulations from our kids range through to our mature-skin focused formulas, SPF through to cosmetics and bodycare, Jojoba Oil is both super nourishing and extremely versatile. Beautiful golden drops of goodness, Jojoba Oil offers natural nourishment, nutrition, cellular support and protection for all skin types.  

Yep, she is a real beauty - and we think she deserves both a proper introduction and some solo attention.

Introducing Jojoba Oil

Pronounced ho-HO-ba, Jojoba Oil is derived from from the seeds of the Simmondsia Chinensi plant, native to America and Mexico. And despite the name, the “oil” is actually more like a wax, very similar in structure to our own natural sebum (a key reason our skins love it so much). 

Cherished for centuries for its skin-serving properties, Jojoba Oil is not a new ingredient, but it is one that has stood the test of time and 100% deserves a role in modern skincare formulas and regimens today.  

Here’s why: 

Gentle Cleanser: With a structure similar to the skin's natural sebum, Jojoba Oil gently cleanses without disrupting the skin's natural barrier. Used neat, Jojoba Oil can work as an effective cleanser. Ideal for all skin types – particularly unsettled or sensitive skin – Jojoba Oil gently dissolves makeup and impurities, leaving skin calm, clean and nourished. Simply apply to dry skin, massage in and wipe away residue with a warm, damp flannel. 

Beautifully Balancing Moisturiser: One of the unique qualities of Jojoba Oil is its ability to balance skin moisture. Almost sebum-identical, Jojoba Oil leaves skin feeling nurtured, nourished, non-greasy and beautifully balanced. Whether skin is too dry or excessively oily, naturally emollient Jojoba Oil adapts to its needs, hydrating dry patches while regulating oil production in areas prone to excess sebum. Non-comedogenic, it helps keeps pores clear and functioning smoothly. Pure Jojoba Oil can be used neat as a face oil or a few drops added to your regular moisturiser for an extra-nourishing boost.  

Soothing Superhero: Jojoba Oil offers salvation to skin needing TLC. Hypoallergenic in nature and brimming with natural anti-inflammatory properties, Jojoba Oil is a soothing remedy for irritated or sensitive skin conditions, providing relief and helping restore skin's natural balance. Less is more when it comes to unsettled, sensitive or reactive skin and this versatile single-ingredient formula – pure Jojoba Oil –is especially kind to skin.  

Multivitamin Protector: Rich in antioxidants such as vitamins B, A, E and other essential nutrients such as Omega 3 & 6, Jojoba Oil battles the free radicals that contribute to premature signs of ageing, helping to repair damage to cells and support cellular regeneration. It is also full of amino acids which are the building blocks of collagen. Used regularly, Jojoba Oil – used neat as a face oil, added to your moisturiser, or already present in your regular face oil and moisturiser formulas - can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and leave skin soft and glowing. 

Conclusion: 

As you can see, Jojoba Oil is a wonderful and exceptionally versatile skincare hero.  From its superb moisturising capabilities to its soothing and smoothing properties, this golden elixir is truly a gift from nature. At Natio, we believe that nature nurtures best and Jojoba Oil is simply golden, glowing proof. 

We interviewed Natio skincare educator, Christina Schroder about the rising interest in skincare from tweens, and how parents and carers can best guide a healthy approach to building a skincare routine for their tween or teen.

As long as I can remember I have loved make up, skincare and fragrance. When I was almost 15 I got my first job and one of the first things I purchased my first eyeshadow  – a beautiful lilac shade filled with silver glitter; it was so precious to me that I never used it and still have it to this day. Seeing my mum do her morning routine, taking care to apply her skincare and then makeup and never leaving the house without a spray - or 5 - of her favourite perfume, the ritual of beauty was a symbol of femininity, status and selfcare.

At 12 I started to develop cystic acne and my mum purchased products from a very reputable and expensive brand that left my skin dehydrated, irritated and sensitive. I followed the recommendations of the skincare consultant, however I now know these products shouldn’t have made it into my hands as they were active and aggressive in nature. Fast forward to 18 and I was still searching for answers, I was doing so much to try improve my skin and in hindsight, I was doing too much.

After school I became a Beauty Therapist and it was only then I really learnt how to work with my skin and not against it. There is a difference between sensitive & sensitised skin and the differences between skin types and skin conditions. Since the explosion of social media (queue TikTok trends and kid influencers) I have become very aware that I need to educate my kids about their bodies, and skin and body care is definitely part of that. Yes they’re very young, but I’m getting in early and sharing messages about embracing our differences, body positivity and just because something is a trend doesn’t mean it’s right for you, are key messages in our household.

What is the ideal skin routine for a young tween?

This really depends on your child and their skin type or skin concern, but most tweens don’t need an extensive routine. If it’s the occasional hormonal breakout, then a spot treatment would be fine, like the Clear Quick Fix Spot Treatment  - however you need to make sure it’s only going on the pimple and not outside of that area, as it could dry out the skin quite a lot, leaving it flaky or irritated.

If you feel like it’s the right time for your tween to start with a routine then I would be going for simple skincare with gentle ingredients. The Natio Calm range  is a great place to start. It has a cleanser and day lotion, and if you really wanted to then you could add the night cream and eye cream – not because they have wrinkles, but purely based on the ingredients in eye creams being targeted for the delicate skin around the eyes. I would absolutely be adding the Kids Everyday Sensitive Sunscreen SPF 50+  to my child’s routine as this will be the best way to protect their delicate skin – this can be used on face and body, however SPF products shouldn’t be used at night and should be removed with a gentle cleanser.

If your teen has very oily or problematic skin (on a large area of skin on their face, more than just the occasional pimple) then they could try the Clear Oil Control Foaming Cleanser and  Clear Shine Control Face  Moisturiser. Do note though, the key to managing oil production is to make sure the skin is clean and balanced, not dehydrated, dry or tight. This tightness will impair the skin barrier and the skin will then overcompensate and produce more oil.

What ingredients should tweens avoid?

Definitely stay away from most actives such as Retinol/ Vitamin A, Niacinamide, Vitamin C, BHAs, AHAs including Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Mandelic Acid, as well as Azelaic Acid and Benzoyl Peroxide, just to name a few. Salicylic Acid does feature in the the Quick Fix Spot Treatment  hence why we advise to use sparingly and only directly onto the spot.

What are the potential ramifications of misusing skincare as a tween?

Stripping the skin with aggressive products will lead to an impaired skin barrier, this makes the skin red, irritated and sensitised. It will also strip vital oils from the skin and the removal of all oils will dehydrate skin, making your tween’s skin produce more oil to make itself feel comfortable and become even more oily – it’s a vicious cycle. It’s also important to note that if you choose to use an exfoliant, something very gentle like the Gentle Facial Scrub would be ideal if it’s gently massaged onto a damp skin once a week or fortnight– try to remove this with tepid water, rather than hot or cold, as this can also stress the skin.

At what age should you start adding treatments and active ingredients to a skincare routine?

A gentle scrub can be used every so often if and when needed from early teen years. I would leave actives and most other treatments until at least early to mid-twenties.

What is an appropriate gift to give a tween beauty devotee?

Natio has some beautiful kids packs containing body and hair care for toddlers through to tweens. Another great choice could be a basic routine (cleanser, moisturiser and spot treatment) as well as a kids SPF 50+ and a lip gloss or nail polish nail polish for some fun.

At Natio we are thrilled to announce that we have signed on as Associate Sponsor of the prestigious Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, Presented by Scotts.

As part of this sponsorship, Natio will hold the naming rights to the Natio Botanical Moments Floral Design Competition in 2024 and 2025. The competition will see florists and botanical creatives execute installations in a conceptual space in line with the theme “natural beauty,” based on our brand ethos. We can't wait to see how this theme is interpreted by the talented creatives involved.

We will host a bespoke skincare education space within the Show’s venue, the beautiful Melbourne Royal Exhibition Building, where guests can learn more about sun safety and integration of SPF within a skincare routine. Guests will have the opportunity to try our Natio sun products, as well as try their hand at interactive games with exciting prizes to be won!

The Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, Presented by Scotts, will be hosted at the Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens 20-24^th March, 2024. We hope to see you there!

Natio has again been recognised as the #1 cosmetics brand in the Canstar Blue makeup and cosmetics review.

Receiving five-star ratings for longevity, texture, packaging, value for money, scent, packaging and overall satisfaction, Natio has again been recognised for trust and quality, ahead of global brands, to secure the title of #1 Cosmetics Brand for Customer Satisfaction.

This is Natio's second Canstar Blue award, having received the same recognition in 2022. 

“As an Australian, family-run business, this recognition from our customers is both incredibly humbling and infinitely rewarding” Natio Founder Max Ross said.

“For three decades, we have prided ourselves on providing customers across Australia with premium quality, cruelty free cosmetics that celebrate natural beauty and the beauty within. We have always strived to make our customers feel special, beautiful and valued. The Canstar Blue recognition shows us that the support and respect we show our customers is mutual, and we couldn’t be more appreciative.”

Since 2010, Canstar Blue has helped Australian consumers make better-informed purchase decisions on products and services by providing factual, up-to-date and comprehensive comparison tables, ratings, reviews, guides and news of a range of consumer-related topics, including within the makeup and cosmetics sector.

Click here to learn more about the Canstar Blue makeup and cosmetics review.

The summer and Christmas holiday period is fast approaching, and while this can evoke a sense of joy and gratitude, it’s fair to also feel some sense of foreboding chaos. As you put together your Christmas shopping list, be sure to “check it twice” and ensure you can tick off some well-deserved me-time. Here are some brief tips for incorporating essential oils into your holiday, for conscious wellbeing amidst the busiest time of the year.

Deck the house with aroma

The ornaments have emerged from storage and the rolls of gift wrap have started to pile up, how can you quickly return your home to a space of tranquility? Diffusing essential oils could be a quick solve.

Stressed? Look to Chamomile, Mandarin and Lavender to soothe the mind. The Natio Relax blend inspires a sense of calm. Breathe deep and take a moment to ground yourself in the benefits of this gentle aromatherapy blend.

Fatigued? Bright notes of Bergamot and Nutmeg work to awaken the mind and support a sense of vitality in the Natio Energy Blend. If you are feeling overwhelmed and need to declutter your brain, this is the perfect blend to offer some sense of clarity.

Not fatigued enough? Perhaps in the leadup to Christmas you’re struggling to doze off, your mind wandering with the lists of tasks still to be complete. The Natio Sleep Blend helps to relieve tension and promote restful sleep with a blend of Lavender, Bergamot and Chamomile.

For a customised aromatherapeutic experience, you can create your own essential oil blend. Simply add a combination of your preferred Pure Essential Oils to a diffuser and allow the aromas to drift you to a space of tranquility.

On the go essentials

The holiday season isn’t just within the home, and at Natio we understand that stress, tension and holiday fatigue can hit at any time. We have a range of convenient Roll On Blends, perfect for on the go aromatherapy support. Tucked into a handbag, or kept in your glove compartment, these 10ml vials are the perfect little helper you need while running errands this summer.

Give the gift of relaxation

Everyone deserves a moment of peace this holidays, give a loved one the gift of aromatherapy with our Peaceful Duo Gift Set. Part of our Christmas gifting collection, the set boasts two roll-on essential oils - Sleep and Stress - in a premium bamboo organiser with a mirror – a thoughtful gift for creating a space of tranquility.

Alternatively, if your loved one enjoys the comforts of candlelight, our Festive Spirit Gift Set comprises a large triple wicked candle scented with indulgent Caramel, Coconut and Cedarwood, the perfect fragrance to fill the home this Christmas.